Philippines makes history as first nation to consecrate itself to divine mercy
The Philippines made history on April 27, Divine Mercy Sunday, by becoming the first nation in the world to consecrate itself entirely to Jesus through divine mercy.
In 2016 at the Pan-African Congress on Divine Mercy Sunday in Rwanda, bishops in Africa consecrated the continent itself to divine mercy.
Archbishop Miller calls for prayer after deadly attack claims 11 at Filipino community festival
Archbishop J. Michael Miller reacted with shock and grief to what Vancouver police called “the darkest day in Vancouver’s history after a man drove into a crowd of people at a Filipino street festival, killing 11 people and injuring numerous others.
Assessing Pope Francis: A legacy in motion
Assessing a Pope—his life, his legacy—is fraught with risk, especially within days of his passing.
The obvious has already been said by those who were prepared well in advance. But some of us need time to assess him in the light of the void—the interregnum—that now confronts us.
How to receive Jubilee Indulgence
Clarification on Holy Doors during the Jubilee of Hope
The Archdiocese of Vancouver has received many inquiries regarding Holy Doors during the Jubilee Year of Hope. This Jubilee Year, Pope Francis has designated Holy Doors exclusively at the four major papal basilicas in Rome to highlight the unity of the universal Church and to invite Catholics worldwide to make the traditional pilgrimage to Rome.… Read the rest “How to receive Jubilee Indulgence”
Why I became Catholic at a time like this
A cradle Anglican, Kasey Kimball grew up in Newburyport, Mass., moving to Vancouver in 2014 to attend Regent College. In 2018, she graduated with her MA in doctrinal theology and was received into the Catholic Church this Easter. She shared her story of conversion at St.
Christ is risen, but has anything really changed for us?
In the heart of Eastertide, we can ask ourselves: Has Easter changed us? What are the consequences of truly accepting the reality of the Resurrection?
The other day it struck me that we were in the heart of the Easter season and I had to ask myself: Has anything really changed for us – or is life pretty much going on as always?
How to Pray the Litany of Humility
We’ve all heard of the nearly infamous prayer, the Litany of Humility, before. But is there a danger in praying this litany with the wrong intentions?
Today, Fr. Mark-Mary shares some ways of discerning and approaching a desire to grow in humility and overcome pride with a lasting sense of being loved by God as you are.
Archbishop among Vancouver Catholics honoured with Coronation Medals for service
Three Vancouver Catholics—Archbishop J. Michael Miller, Paralympian Aaron Wong-Sing, and Ukrainian Catholic priest Father Mykhailo Ozorovych—have received King Charles III Coronation Medals in recognition of their exceptional service to Church, country, and community.
The medal honours Canadians who have made significant contributions to society or achieved accomplishments abroad that bring credit to the country.
Canadian sculptor’s latest work installed in St. Peter’s Square
A new Vatican-commissioned sculpture by Canadian artist Timothy P. Schmalz titled “Be Welcoming” was installed in St. Peter’s Square on Tuesday in the hopes of inspiring people to open their hearts to the poor.
Schmalz’s bronze statue — located near the Showers for the Poor and the Mother of Mercy Clinic in the colonnade of St.
Surge in adults entering Church in England this Easter prompted by internet, tradition
This Easter Vigil, the Catholic Church in England is expecting a decade-high surge of new entrants to the faith. There is anecdotal evidence of a particular increase in young men, who say their interest was sparked initially by Catholic apologists on social media and also by the traditional heritage of Catholicism.